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Democracy Now! Blog
"Rachel Corrie's (Posthumous) Day in Court." By Amy Goodman
An unusual trial begins in Israel this week, and people around the world will be watching closely. It involves the tragic death of a 23-year-old American student named Rachel Corrie. On March 16, 2003, she was crushed to death by an Israeli military bulldozer.
Midwestern Towns Sue Manufacturer of Atrazine Weedkiller
Sixteen Midwestern towns and cities have sued the manufacturer of a popular weedkiller over drinking water contamination. Atrazine has been banned in the European Union since 2004 but here in the United States about 80 million pounds of Atrazine is used each year. A recent study found that the weedkillers can turn male frogs into females.
"Domestic Violence: A Pre-Existing Condition?" By Amy Goodman
March is Women's History Month, recognizing women's central role in society. Unfortunately, violence against women is epidemic in the United States and around the world.
"Cracking Down on Fracking." By Amy Goodman
Mike Markham of Colorado has an explosive problem: His tap water catches fire.
"Obama's Nuclear Option." By Amy Goodman
President Barack Obama is going nuclear. He announced the initial $8 billion in loan guarantees for construction of the first new nuclear power plants in the United States in close to three decades.
2009 Polk Winners interviewed on Democracy Now!
The 2009 George Polk Awards were announced on Monday. Two of the winners include reporters featured on Democracy Now!:
- Environmental Reporting
Abrahm Lustgarten for documenting the deadly side effects of hydraulic fracturing
"Haiti, Forgive Us." By Amy Goodman
Haiti has suffered a massive blow, an earthquake for which its infrastructure was not prepared, after decades—no, centuries—of military and economic manipulation by foreign governments, most notably the United States and France.
Oscar Nominees Include Docs on China Earthquake, Burma and Pentagon Papers
Nominations have been announced for the 82nd annual Academy Awards. In the documentary category, three films featured on Democracy Now! in the past year received nods:
* The Most Dangerous Man in America
"Howard Zinn: The People's Historian." By Amy Goodman
Howard Zinn, legendary historian, author and activist, died last week at the age of 87. His most famous book is "A People's History of the United States."
Howard Zinn (1922–2010)
Howard Zinn, one of the country's most celebrated historians and author of the seminal work A People's History of the United States, died of a heart attack Wednesday in Santa Monica, California. He was 87. Over the years, Zinn was a frequent guest on Democracy Now!
"Let the Haitians In." By Amy Goodman
The devastating toll of the Jan. 12 earthquake in Haiti continues to mount. Most efforts to rescue people from the rubble have ended. More than 150,000 people have been buried, some in makeshift graves near the ruins of the homes where they died, but many in unmarked, mass graves at Titanyen, the site of massacres during previous dictatorships and coups.
"Tè Tremblé—The Haitian Earth Trembled." By Amy Goodman
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti—Tè tremblé is Haitian Creole for "earthquake." Its literal translation: "The earth trembled." After the massive earthquake that devastated Haiti, the stench of death is everywhere.
Democracy Now! host Amy Goodman was a guest Saturday on MSNBC's "Melissa Harris-Perry," where she joined a panel discussion on voter rights, civil rights and immigrant rights under President Obama.
By Amy Goodman with Denis Moynihan
U.S. shooting spree has left bullet-riddled bodies in its wake, and refocused attention on violent, right-wing extremists.
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Deal Reached on Ukraine Crisis; Pro-Russian Separatists Stay Put
Anti-Semitic Flier in Eastern Ukraine Denounced as Provocation
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Iran Ahead of Schedule on Nuclear Deal; U.S. Releases Funds
Gunmen Attack U.N. Base Sheltering Civilians in South Sudan
Former Salvadoran General Faces Deportation from U.S. for Role in Killings
19 Arrested Protesting Deportations; Obama Blames GOP for Stalling Reform
9/11 Tribunal Adjourns amid Claims of FBI Spying on Defense Team
Youngest Person to Be Prosecuted for Terrorism in U.S. Gets 5-Year Sentence
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Meek Mill – I'm Rollin Lyrics
[Verse 1]
Ok, I walk up in this bitch fresher than a motherfucker
Pocket full of money and my sneakers got blood on them
And bitches I ain't got no love for them
Just a bunch of swagger and a lil bit of drugs for them
Hey hater you can pull the plug on them
Cause my neck be lightin' up just like a bulb on them
Bling bling, pockets on ching ching
You wifing everything you come across, ring king
Damn nigga, you going ham nigga
I fuck your bitch and kick her out like she's Pam nigga
Oh that's your main ho? Well what you saying nigga?
She said she you wasn't in the plan nigga
Pockets on bank roll, chain froze
Nigga we don't even fuck the same hoes
Watching for the coppers in the plain clothes
Cause I'm riding with a chopper in a Range Rove'
I'm rolling, I'm rolling, I'm rolling, I'm rolling
With my nigga Takbar, I'm rolling
Bitch I'm rolling, I'm rolling, I'm rolling, I'm rolling
With this motherfucking 'Rari like it's stolen
And still I'm gon' walk up in this bitch fresher than a motherfucker
Walk up in this bitch fresher than a motherfucker
Pocket full of money and my sneakers got blood on them
And bitches I ain't got no love for them
[Verse 2]
White girls, going wild
I murder that pussy now I'm on a trial
So wet, I need 4 towels
She sucking dick like she got four mouths
Old ho, she got whore miles
And y'all niggas hating got 4 fouls
Prolly foul out, I prolly wild out
And pull the seat out on you niggas you a dime out
Racks, pause on the pork
I be going ham nigga I don't need a fork
Ball so hard nigga I don't need a court
Purple label everything nigga I don't need a horse
I'm swagged out, maxed out
Bad bitch with me and her ass out
Rack up, rack out
And every time I'm in the building I'ma cash out
I got a bitch in the Bay, I got a bitch in the A
I got a bitch down in Philly that do whatever I say
I got a bitch in New York, I got a bitch MIA
I got a bitch down in Houston she wanna fuck e'ryday
And I be rolling, and she be rolling
She be fucking with the mollies really rolling
And I ain't fucking with the pills but I be rolling
It's ya nigga Meek Mill in this bitch and I'm...
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To me, it would somewhat depend on what fixtures were there in the apartment. If it is just a shower and say a kitchen, and only a shower, not a tub, a tankless could work fine. Hassle is the required maintenance (periodic deliming). Depending on your water coming in, that could be fairly frequent. If you have a softener, probably not very often.
What are you doing for heat in the apartment?
If it's just that it takes too long to get hot water there, why not just put in a recirculation system? To save some, insulate the lines, and run it on a timer.


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Johnston County is starting to map its long-term vision for parks and recreation.
A sports council that is part of the Johnston County Visitors Bureau is conducting an inventory of the county's recreation facilities, said Donna Bailey-Taylor, the bureau's executive director.
"This is a facility inventory of what's out there in the county for parks and recreation," she said.
The inventory will do more than catalog gyms and ball fields. The sports council will also look at passive recreation such as open space along the Neuse River, the Mountains-to-Sea Trail through Johnston County, bike trails and forests such as Howell Woods, owned by Johnston Community College.
The Visitors Bureau, which promotes tourism in Johnston, hopes the inventory will answer some questions.
"How do those fit in for tourism (and) how do they fit into recreational needs for residents?" Bailey-Taylor said.
After compiling the inventory, the sports council will draft a master plan for the county's recreation needs, including new and expanded facilities, Bailey-Taylor said.
"This is to look at facility needs, facility growth and demand based on current levels of use and where communities feel like we're going to grow, because obviously Johnston County is a growing county," she said.
The council hopes to complete the plan in the next 12 to 18 months. But first it has a few chores to do. It is asking the county's towns to adopt resolutions in support of drafting a master plan. Later, it will seek a consulting firm to draft the plan and use grant dollars to pay for it. The plan will seek community input – from both users of recreation facilities and the towns and community groups that own them.
One aim is to help towns and community groups market their facilities to bring people to Johnston County, Bailey-Taylor said. For instance, if two towns have large swimming facilities, their proximity could attract a swim tournament.
Tim Johnson, director of the Smithfield Parks and Recreation department, is excited for the master plan. "I think it's a tremendous idea and probably really long overdue," he said.
"Basically, what it becomes is a planning tool for the future," Johnson said. "Where growth is going to be and then what kind of facilities are needed. And you're able to compare yourself to other counties your size, what you've got to offer."
Aside from attracting out-of-town visitors, a more unified vision for parks and recreation can ultimately improve quality of life, Johnson said.
Wendy Lomonaco of Princeton likes to take her 3-year-old son Levi to Smithfield's Community Park, which often has more children out playing than the parks closer to her home.
Lomonaco said she hopes the plan will look at more facilities for younger children.
"Just more for the kids, more activities," she said. "I'm a stay-at-home mom, so I'm always looking for something to do, something for them to keep them busy."
Larry Bailey, director of the Clayton Parks and Recreation Department, said long-range planning is important.
"When you've got a county growing as ours is, as one of the fastest growing in North Carolina, you need to definitely update (a master plan) at least every five to seven years," he said. "And that's just to see where the growth is going and are the recreation needs being met for the citizens that are moving here and all the communities."
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Elliotte Friedman's weekly 30 Thoughts column on the CBC website is the best read in hockey. Friedman is insightful, articulate, knowledgeable, fair, and most importantly, interesting. He has sources and contacts in the hockey world that most could only dream of. Most importantly, has an ability which is rare in this day and age - providing a balanced and reasonable opinion on the league, the players, and all 30 of the clubs.
Each week I will post my own observations (I couldn't completely steal Friedman's idea so I'll pick a number other than 30) with a heavy emphasis on the fantasy side of hockey, of course. Prospects, goalies, sleepers, busts, it will all be covered each week.
1. I absolutely love it when players step up their performance after signing a big contract extension. Dallas defenseman Trevor Daley signed a massive six-year pact a few weeks ago, to the surprise of many. For a team with ownership issues, to lock up an above average (but not great) defenseman to a career contract came as a bit of a surprise. Not to mention the fact that their best player, Brad Richards, is an impending free agent.
Since signing the contract, Daley has been on a tear. He has three goals and three assists in seven games, along with 12 shots on goal and almost 25 minutes of ice time per game. The most important part is the fact that Dallas is 6-0-1 over that stretch. Daley has always been a bit of a question mark from a fantasy hockey standpoint. He skates very well and moves the puck with great efficiency, but he doesn't produce much offensively. With a new contract and a growing role with a good team, don't be surprised to see him set career highs this season.
2. Four of David Clarkson's eight goals have come in the last six games (as of January 16th). The scrappy winger was the victim of an early season numbers game in New Jersey, but he is starting to see some more time in offensive situations thanks to the trade of Jamie Langenbrunner to Dallas. Clarkson is second on the team in shots on goal, only one behind Ilya Kovalchuk. He's lining up on the fourth line with Rod Pelley and Tom Sestito right now, but he'll find his way into a scoring role either this season or next.
Clarkson scored 17 goals in a full season back in 2008-09, and he scored 11 in only 46 games last year. He's on pace for another season with more than 150 PIM. If he can keep his recent goal production up, a 20-goal season isn't completely out of the cards.
3. Skilled players who lack heart/desire/intensity are the ultimate teases. They usually end up getting traded, and then people renew their optimism in the player and hope that a change in scenery will be the catalyst for change. It never is. Two recent examples are Nathan Horton and Wojtek Wolski. Both players have the size and skill to be dominant NHL forwards, but they simply don't bring the effort on a nightly basis that is required from top end players. Horton in Boston seemed like a lock for 35 or 40 goals.
Horton has scored four goals since November 15th, and he's on pace for only 22. Wolski has had goalless streaks of 10 games, eight games, and eight games respectively this season. Take a shot with Wolski in a one-year league as his production will improve in a better situation, but don't have your judgment on these types of players clouded by their skill sets.
4. There are rumors out of Chicago that Brent Seabrook is being shopped. On the surface this news may seem a bit shocking, but the Blackhawks could fetch a lot in return for a player who has struggled with consistency for much of his career. Chicago needs defensemen so Seabrook would probably only get moved for another defenseman or two. The fact that he is slated to become a free agent (restricted) this summer is probably what set off the speculation in the first place.
Seabrook's fantasy value probably wouldn't change all that much – he has a huge shot but won't ever be an elite point-producer. He has value in leagues that record stats like PIM, hits, and blocked shots.
5. John Tavares has been on a tear ever since getting in a fight. Sidney Crosby's scoring streak started after he dropped the mitts with Matt Niskanen, and Tavares has 10 goals since fighting Atlanta rookie Alexander Burmistrov back in December. He could break 40 goals if he keeps this pace up. The return of Kyle Okposo (weeks, not months) will definitely help as well. For those GM's who have been patient with Tavares, stick with it. He's going to be a consistent 50-goal scorer in this league very soon.
6. It took Columbus 45 games to get a power play goal from a defenseman (Grant Clitsome last week). Absolutely atrocious, and it highlights why they have struggled so much. A common theme among all basement dwellers across the league is a lack of mobility and offensive skill on the back end. I touched on this point a few weeks ago. The Blue Jackets don't have a perfect team, but with their forwards they should be a lot better than they are.
7. Vancouver has recalled winger Sergei Shirokov. The Russian has been tearing up the AHL as of late, scoring 10 goals in his past 12 games. Both Mason Raymond and Jeff Tambellini have struggled to find the score sheet lately, and Ryan Kesler's production has declined because of it. Look for Shirokov to get a look on the second line as well as on the second power play unit.
8. After being healthy scratched for six games, New Jersey rookie Matthias Tedenby responded by scoring a terrific goal on Monday against the Islanders. The diminutive winger plays with a lot of jam (much like teammate Zach Parise). He'll have a roster spot next season regardless of what happens with Parise. The Devils need to get younger and faster, and Tedenby covers both of those.
Jacques Lemaire hasn't warmed up to him yet, so don't expect him to produce much down the stretch (unless the Devils trade away a couple of forwards at the deadline).
9. Mats Zuccarello has looked pretty good in his limited action so far at the NHL level. I got to see him live a few times during the Olympics last year in Vancouver, and I (like most others) quickly became a fan. He was unafraid of going into the corners or the net, and even comically battled against Zdeno Chara on more than a few occasions. You can't teach heart or skill. Unfortunately, you can't teach size either, but it doesn't matter as much anymore. Look for Zuccarello to earn a regular top six spot with the Rangers within the next year.
10. Dobber tweeted this yesterday – is Cam Ward struggling (14 goals against in his past three games), or is he injured? My response – playing behind defensemen like Joe Corvo is worse than any injury. The Hurricanes simply don't have a very good defense. Ward is hung out to dry on most nights. He's a talented goalie, but he is not in a great situation right now.
11. It took only four months, but I finally saw some return for the summer blockbuster trade I made (acquiring Zdeno Chara and Martin Brodeur for Steven Stamkos). Chara had three goals and filled every single category (seven shots on goal, two power play points, plus-2, two PIM), while Brodeur had a strong game for the win. The trade has backfired in a huge way, but at the time I was looking to upgrade my goaltending and defense in a league that heavily values both. I'm in fifth out of 12 so all isn't lost yet…
12. One player who I see being dealt at the deadline is San Jose winger Ryane Clowe. He has 75-point upside in the right situation (San Jose isn't a bad one, but he plays more of a secondary role than he would on a number of other teams). The Sharks need a defenseman and Clowe is probably their most marketable asset (I don't see them giving up on Devin Setoguchi yet).
13. Shane Doan needs to start writing for DobberHockey. A very relevant quote from December of 2009 – ""I've told every one of my friends to take Yandle in their hockey fantasy pool," captain Shane Doan said. "He has that innate ability to know when to jump and when not to and you can't teach it." Not bad, Shane…
14. Justin Bourne's five best defensemen through the half-way mark: 1) Nick Lidstrom, 2) Keith Yandle, 3) Kris Letang, 4) Tobias Enstrom, 5) Dustin Byfuglien. I can't disagree with any. Some honourable mentions: Alex Edler, Toni Lydman, Ryan Suter, Ryan Whitney (before the injury), and Jack Johnson.
15. Dobber has discussed starting up a list of players who score in spurts (streaky and inconsistent). Who would you name? What title would you give them? Check out how the Band-Aid Boy list is organized.
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12. One player who I see being dealt at the deadline is San Jose winger Ryane Clowe. He has 75-point upside in the right situation (San Jose isn't a bad one, but he plays more of a secondary role than he would on a number of other teams). The Sharks need a defenseman and Clowe is probably their most marketable asset (I don't see them giving up on Devin Setoguchi yet).
Let the Clowe for Kaberle rumours begin!
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He had 5 years of embarassing D-men on every team and i think they all finally sat down and watched video on him. collectively the NHL has realized that Ovie shoots through players' legs as soon as he cuts into the zone and with teams cracking down on that, he's lost his go-to-move and seemingly 30 goals a year!
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#14. Visnovsky should probably get some love too.
#15. Something to do with the word 'patches' or 'patch'. Streaky is a good word, but the way I think about it is that they score in patches to make up a full season. There's probably plenty of ways to word it. Sour Patch Kids is the first that comes to mind but that's lame. You get the idea though.


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This week, we realize there are not one, but three dangerous psychopaths on Wisteria Lane!
We find out Nick was the undercover agent on Angie's tail. Rather than turn her in, her convinced her to go into hiding with him and raise Danny as his own. Patrick learns from Danny (who has no idea who Patrick really is) that Nick likes to go jogging, so that night, Patrick runs Nick down with his car! Nick is sure that it was Patrick and urges Angie to take Danny and flee for safety. Danny isn't convinced, but he agrees to hide.
The doctors want to put Nick into an induced coma, so he asks her to join Danny at their safe house. Too late! She goes home to find Patrick waiting for her! Patrick tells her, "You are going to do me a favor. Just do what I want, baby," he says. "And I'll let you [and Nick] both live."
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Bonding through books: Reading helps kids connect with their parents at any ageFARGO – Amy Andring started reading to her son almost immediately after his birth. Now it's become a bedtime routine for 10-month-old Vincent, who intently watches his mom as she recites Dr. Seuss.
By: Meredith Holt, INFORUM
FARGO – Amy Andring started reading to her son almost immediately after his birth.
Now it's become a bedtime routine for 10-month-old Vincent, who intently watches his mom as she recites Dr. Seuss.
Amy, 32, West Fargo, hopes her son's story time will develop into a lifelong love of reading, like her own.
Katy McMullen-Wendt has the same hope for her 4½-year-old son, Henry.
The 35-year-old Fargo woman's mom read to her every night as a child, and now she's doing the same for her own child.
Books continue to bind Katy and her mother, who were in a book club together reading titles such as "Unbroken."
"She's always recommending books to me, and gives me books she's already read," she says.
Southeast in Willmar, Minn., Shanna Hofland and her 15-year-old daughter read the same sci-fi/fantasy series on their e-readers.
When their favorite books hit the big screen, they turn to each other in the theater and say, "Hey, that didn't happen in the book!"
Parents like Amy, Katy and Shanna share books with their kids at every stage of development to facilitate learning and bonding.
"At any age, it's a way to connect with your children," says Shanna, 34.
Whether they're chunky picture books or teen sci-fi novels, kids' books are just as appealing to adults. And they're having fun with it.
Here, local parents, librarians and booksellers recommend books in three age groups that both kids and their parents can enjoy.
Vincent enjoys Dr. Seuss' "The Foot Book," but pop-up, flap and touch-and-feel books encourage interaction in wiggly babies and toddlers.
Fisher-Price's Little People help the youngest kids learn about different types of vehicles in "Little People Lift-the-Flap Cars, Trucks, Planes and Trains."
"Little People" includes early-learning concepts such as colors, shapes, counting and matching.
"He likes to flip open the flaps for me to read them," West Fargo mom Amy says.
Dorothy Kunhardt's "Pat the Bunny" has remained a favorite since it was first published more than 70 years ago.
The finger-puppet book allows babies to touch the fake fur of a rabbit on one page and the rough sandpaper of "daddy's scratchy face" on another.
Derek Pinnick, merchandise manager for the Fargo Barnes & Noble, also recommends Eric Litwin's "Pete the Cat" series and Mo Willems' "Elephant and Piggie" series.
Sandra Hannahs, director of the West Fargo Public Library, also recommends "Pete the Cat."
"They have great pictures, they're funny and fun to read aloud," she says.
Shanna's second-oldest daughter, 8-year-old Mariah, likes Barbara Park's "Junie B. Jones" series and Mary Pope Osborne's "Magic Tree House" series.
Though it's called "Magic Tree House," the series is more non-fiction-based, says Amber Emery, head children's librarian at the Fargo Public Library. Each book is about a different time frame.
"The great thing about them is they're popular with both boys and girls; you don't always see that," she says.
Hannahs says silly word play, quirky fun and unexpected twists do well, citing the "Origami Yoda" books with titles from Tom Angleberger like "Darth Paper Strikes Back" and "The Secret of the Fortune Wookiee."
"The pages themselves are fun to look at and share, with changing fonts – some looking typewritten, some handwritten – some with 'hand-drawn' cartoonish pictures and scribbles," she says.
Pinnick mentions "Wonder" by R.J. Palacio, which was No. 1 on The New York Times best-seller list.
"Wonder" follows a boy with a craniofacial deformity as he makes the transition from being home-schooled to attending a selective-enrollment school.
Pinnick also recommends the "Percy Jackson & the Olympians" series by Rick Riordan, the first two of which have been made into films.
Fantasy, science-fiction and horror series continue to dominate the young-adult shelves.
"Fantasy exploded after 'Harry Potter,' so there's series after series after series," Emery says.
Two of Shanna and her oldest daughter Arianna's favorites are Kathy Reichs' "Virals" series and James Patterson's "Maximum Ride" series.
"There are so many series now geared toward the young adults that I think even as adults we enjoy," she says.
Author Reichs, the woman behind the Fox TV show "Bones," gave her younger readers a heroine in Temperance Brown's niece, Tory Brennan.
Shanna likes the connection between "Bones" and "Virals," about a group of teens exposed to an experimental strain of canine parvovirus.
"The Hunger Games" trilogy by Suzanne Collins isn't going anywhere anytime soon, either, especially with the second movie adaptation set for release Nov. 22.
Pinnick recommends Neal Shusterman's "Unwind" horror series for teens.
"It's very well done, but it's still teen-appropriate," he says.
He says the same of John Green's young-adult books, most notably "The Fault in Our Stars," a coming-of-age tale of sorts.
No matter what you read with your child, keep an open mind.
Emery encourages parents to read or be aware of the content of most of their child's selections, not only to ensure it's appropriate but to use it as an opportunity for discussion.
"If your child really wants to read it, read it, because you might find out something new about your child that you didn't realize before by having that shared experience," she says.
Readers can reach Forum reporter Meredith Holt at (701) 241-5590


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Introduction to narration (Word) Why Does Johnny Trantrum (PowerPoint)
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Affiliation: National University
Description: The PowerPoint file provides an introductory narrated presentation (under 8 min.) on a functional behavioral perspective on human behavior, especially explaining why challenging problem behaviors occur. Dr. Cipani contrasts this approach to understanding human behavior with a more traditional approach. The Word document suggests how to use the narration to stimulate class discussion.
Author(s): STP Statistical Literacy Taskforce 2012
Description: The Taskforce created two sets of statistical literacy standards: one for Introductory Psychology at both the high school and college levels and one for undergraduates majoring in basic and applied psychological science. In addition they created a 40-page annotated list of resources that provides examples of the kinds of resources that might be useful for instructors who want to implement the learning goals. Those resources are organized around the topics of general statistical literacy issues, general teaching resources, specific activities and assignments, technology, assessment, websites with more general resources, and ethics/research methods.
Author: Drew C. Appleby
Affiliation: Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (Retired)
Description: The purpose of this resource is to provide students with a research-based study strategy (creating flashcards) designed to help them understand, prepare for, and take multiple-choice tests more successfully. The 32 slides that accompany the introductory article familiarize students with three types of cognitive processes their instructors will commonly ask them to use in their classes and then invite them to model the behavior of their instructors by creating flashcards. Their flashcards should contain verbatim definitions for retention questions, accurate paraphrases for comprehension questions, and realistic examples for application questions.


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During a recession, the 'it's hard out there' was often used as a work incentive.
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Porto striker Hulk insists that should a big club come in for him, he will leave the Portuguese champions happily.
Brazil international Hulk has been consistently linked with a host of top clubs on the continent but has a €100 million release clause in his contract, which runs until 2016.
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Spaghetti with Shrimp, Broccolini and Basil
Author Notes: This pasta is healthy and fast to make. It has a few quick steps, so that each main ingredient is cooked to perfection without any overcooking and muddling. The end result is a bright and fresh pasta dish that is addictively good - and good for you. - TasteFood - TasteFood
Food52 Review: Simple and straight forward, this updated spaghetti classic was perfectly balanced. Shrimp and broccolini sauteed with garlic and spice, married nicely with sweet tomatoes and fresh basil. This would be a quick, yummy and healthy weeknight pasta. - jvcooks
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- 1 pound spaghetti or linguine
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- Exrta-virgin olive oil
- Crushed red pepper flakes
- 3/4 pounds medium shrimp, peeled with tail shells intact, deveined
- 3/4 pounds broccolini, ends trimmed, cut in 1 inch pieces
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- Freshly ground black pepper
- Pinch of sugar, to taste
- 1/3 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus extra for serving
- 1/2 cup whole basil leaves (torn in half if large)
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente. Drain.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat one tablespoon olive oil with 1/2 teaspoon chili pepper flakes in a skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp in one layer. Cook until pink on both sides and just cooked through, 2-3 minutes. Transfer shrimp to a plate.
- Add one tablespoon olive oil to same skillet. Add broccolini and sprinkle with one teaspoon salt and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Sauté until crisp tender. Transfer broccolini to another plate.
- Add one tablespoon olive oil to skillet. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add tomatoes, one teaspoon salt and one teaspoon black pepper. Simmer 10 minutes, breaking tomatoes apart with a spoon. Taste and if necessary add a pinch of sugar. Stir in shrimp and broccoli; remove from heat. Add spaghetti and toss to combine.
- Transfer spaghetti to a serving bowl. Scatter cheese and basil leaves over pasta and toss one more time. Add a grinding of black pepper. Serve along with extra Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
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8 months ago John Wha
Made it last night and the dish is easy and delicious! Thanks!
11 months ago figleaf
Had it last night for a dinner party and it was a great hit! I'm not the best cook so to have a recipe turn out the first time was awesome! Everyone loved it!!!
almost 2 years ago Sunbabe684
This was great! I made it last night and added chopped asparagus and zucchini as well. I also used fresh tomatoes instead of canned, and it wound up being a really nice summer dish, bursting with fresh veggies. (Note: if you're going to add more vegetables, I'd recommend more garlic and more olive oil than is called for)
about 2 years ago ingefaer
It looks really good in the photo - I don't understand however why the tomatoes are not visible?! I do not much care for shrimp in tomato sauce and was attracted to the dish from the photo - until I read about the tomatoes.
almost 2 years ago Sunbabe684
I used chopped fresh tomatoes instead of canned, and it really wasn't a tomato sauce- just a shrimp and pasta dish with some tomatoes in it.
about 2 years ago mgherghei
This looks amazing - this is dinner tomorrow evening!
about 3 years ago lastnightsdinner
This is gorgeous - looks light and elegant, and certainly delicious.
over 3 years ago Lizthechef
Beautiful colors and flavors - maybe I'd try it with some wholewheat pasta too...
over 3 years ago TasteFood
I said Serves 4 just to be polite. I could eat the whole bowl, too.
over 3 years ago TasteFood
in reply to aargersi :)
over 3 years ago
hardlikearmour is a trusted home cook.
This looks ridiculously good, and sounds easy and appetizing. Nice!
over 3 years ago TasteFood
Thank you!
over 3 years ago
Abbie is a trusted source on General Cooking.
You say serves 4, I say serves 1. Me. :-)


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JOB OPPORTUNITY January 7, 2013TIFF, a vibrant not-for-profit arts organization is accepting applications for the contract position of:ASSISTANT, PROGRAMME AND EVENT SERVICESThis will be an exciting year for TIFF as we present unique programming in our new home and the world's premiere centre for film, TIFF Bell Lightbox. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who wants to be part of a new era in Toronto's cultural history.Reporting to the Coordinator, Programme and Event Services, the Assistant will be responsible for providing all aspects of administrative support related to TIFF Bell Lightbox programming tasks.
Shall include, but not be limited to:• Generating, submitting, and tracking OFRB classification requests for year round and Festival programming; managing the OFRB account.• Assisting with data entry for year-round programming.• Assisting with the weekly schedule.• Maintaining data integrity as related to internal programming; disseminating incorrect and missing data.• Managing TIFF Bell Lightbox listings; sending out the weekly listings to relevant external parties, proofing print and online listings.• Weekly update of TIFF Bell Lightbox showtimes on tiff.net.• Updating tiff.net with changes to copy, ratings, film information, and customer service messaging.• Assisting with the execution of Private Screenings during Festival.• Assisting the Programme and Event Services department with note taking and other projects as requested.Contract Dates: Monday February 4, 2013 to Tuesday December 31, 2013
• Strong organizational skills and a keen eye for detail;• Mature personal judgment, exhibiting a high level of professionalism and diplomacy;• Able to handle difficult situations and people with aplomb and grace;• Proficiency with computers and applications; Artifax knowledge preferred, but not required• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment; • Desire and ability to take initiative and coordinate projects;• Ability to work and respond well in fast-paced and high pressure environments with a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends;• Ability to take direction and apply to daily tasks.
Please submit cover letter, resumé and the names and phone numbers of 3 references attached as a PDF or Word document (we do not accept Cloud hosting or File Sharing programs), by 5pm on Monday January 14th BY EMAIL ONLY to the attention of Hiring Committee: Assistant, Programme & Event Services TIFF Email: firstname.lastname@example.com *Please note the position in the subject line*Please note in your cover letter where you saw this job posting.We thank everyone who applies for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview are contacted. No telephone or walk-in inquiries please. All applications are considered confidential.TIFF is an equal opportunity employer.TIFF is a charitable, not-for-profit cultural organization whose mission is to transform the way people see the world. Its vision is to lead the world in creative and cultural discovery through the moving image.
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Each room is good! When you close the door, depending on how it is arranged, without one, you will upset the balance unless you have one. WIll it work without them, yes, but not as well. It tends to create cold spots.
I would like to know how many cold air-return opening for a 1100 sq ft house?
I moved into a old house, used be using oil heating and last year upgraded to gas furnance with electric forced-air system. Right now almost every room in the main floor have a large opening for cold-air return at one corner and another corner with warm-air register. one each in the living room,washroom, bedroom and kitchener. The two rooms upstair have only warm-air registers, each. In the basement, one warm-air register and also a cold-air return.
My question is, it seemed like too many cold-ar return openings in the house.? The reason I asked because my previous new house have only 3 cold-air returns. I would like to seal off some if possible when I replace carpet with hardwood floor.
Each room is good! When you close the door, depending on how it is arranged, without one, you will upset the balance unless you have one. WIll it work without them, yes, but not as well. It tends to create cold spots.
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The reason your old house only had 3, was to cut costs. Each room is much better.
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If you have a larger return that handles a couple of rooms, you could "seal" off a room served in the area, but put in a transfer grille setup. This would allow air exchange but it could also allow sound transfer. Some of the cheaper builders around here do that to avoid running returns to each room. If you go that route, you could put in a 90 to try to block some of the sound transfer.
Make sure it's sized for the amount of air to transfer.
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First thing is you have to have enough surface area/duct cross section so the return CFM is adequate for the supply CFM. I am sure there are rules or charts for this, like fixture units in plumbing design. It is not an area where I can quote you the book, but I'll bet there is a book!
I can tell you from a lot of observation of a lot of homes of varying ages, cost, and quality of construction: the norm around here (Southern California) is to have just ONE large return, usually in a hallway.
I live in Ontario Canada. They might have different building code for a cold country. What is 90 to block the sound?
Here, the majority of units are roof mounted and have a single central cold air return. The doors are usally cut off 1" above the floor to provide circulation when the door is closed. The more returns the better the rooms will heat and cool, but the optimum number depends on the house's arrangement.
90 - not straight through duct...turn it so the sound will be attenuated. Helps a little, but not much. It can help block light a little, too.
By careful placement of the supply and return ducts, you can set up an engineered air flow. relying on the gap under a door may or may not create the air flow you want. Most builders don't take the time to optimize this. Setting up the flow with dampers can be thrown off if you decide to leave a door open after balancing, so it is a crap shoot, and sometimes not worth the effort. But, recarpeting and not keeping the opening the same can disrupt what may have been done if it isn't the same height. Having a return mitigates that effect to a degree. The end goal is to provide an unobstructed return flow to maximize air distribution and minimize stagnent air...the more attension paid to this, the fewer cold areas you'll have in the winter, and hot areas in the summer.
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Portland >Lodging > The Governor Hotel
614 SW 11th Ave, Portland, OR | Directions 9720545.520548 -122.682850
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Neighborhoods: Neighbors West - Northwest, Downtown
Be treated like the star of the universe – The finest accommodations we have enjoyed in several years. Upon arrival we were whisked to the reservation desk and in less than five minutes were sitting comfortably in our room. The view was magnificent and the room spotless. There is nothing you could possibly desire that the hotel staff were unable to provide, and do so with a friendly smile and create a feeling that you request is of absolute importance. There are several small quaint eateries close by with every possible food type known to exist. Those we frequented were absolutely wonderful. Access to transportation is fantastic. The street car is directly out the front door and the "metro" train one block away. These rides are free within "Freedom Square" (the majority of everything within a 20 to 30 blocks in every direction). Of course the helpfulness of the people of Portland cannot be overlooked...anytime we had a question or a request for directions they were ready and able to offer friendly advice. The Hotel will also arrange for a rental car, provide brochures for tours (and recommend some of the best spots to visit), and do anything to make your stay memorable. We have visited 20 major cities in the past five or so years and normally choose Hilton, Marriott or such...yet our stay at The Governor has by far been the most memorable. I cannot think of a more enjoyable vacation visit than here. Give yourself a gift, stay a few days at The Governor...you'll love it!
Poor customer service. – Well, when people ask how my trip to Portland was? I must reply? it was great once we got to the right hotel.
Several years ago we took advantage of a big deal package at the Governor?s Hotel, it was very pleasant, a nice room with a fireplace, the steam room and pool. So I planned, a couple of months ahead, a get away for my husband?s birthday. When I first looked at the big deal, I did not see any rooms available, so I went to the Governor?s Hotel website and made reservations for the Winter Warmer. A couple of weeks later, I got an email ?s that talked about Portland?s Big Deal, so I checked The Governors Hotel, and they were now available- having such a nice time last time, I called and asked if they were the same deal, but the big deal being just bit less expensive- Oh, yes, they are the same. I commented that I wanted a fireplace room like last time- oh yes that should not be a problem. So I cancelled my winter warmer reservation and made a reservation on the big deal and made a note in the note box- fireplace.
When we arrived our room was on the 2nd floor and about the size of a closet. The hallway was full of restaurant noise, and the ?view? as the desk person called it was of a very dirty and ugly center courtyard. We went down to the desk and complained and told of our last experience and expectations. The gal at the desk told us that rooms were assigned that morning- I do find it interesting that people making reservations over a month in advance get the smallest, noisiest room- I guess it does not pay to plan ahead.
So I called another hotel that came to our rescue and treated us with the greatest of care. I now paid for parking, and paid for a more for a room- both items that I had not planned on- I would have taken the train rather than pay for downtown parking.
As a reply to this note i was told that i was lucky not to have been charged for the same day cancellation.
Historic old Portland disapointing – My husband and I booked a Jr. Suite in this historic Portland landmark for my 50 BD 2 months in advance. When we called to confirm reservations (the day of arrival) they said they gave us a "complimentry king room upgrade". The "complimentry room upgrade" was anything but that, no fireplace and only a bed not a suite! They tried to put us in a lesser grade room because suposedly another couple decided to stay an extra night and they gave them our reserved room. I've never heard of this of policy, if another person decided to stay another night spur of the moment they should have be given the lesser of the 2 rooms, not someone that booked so far in advance. When asked to speak to a manager, she eventually tried to make up for it by putting us in a Parlor suite. Although, I believe it was worst of all the suites they had. Our view was the roof with the sound of the ventalation system running all night, the room had no way to play music (CD's) yet we were told our clock radio had AM/FM (not!). I guess they tried to make up for it by putting balloons in the room but still I was disappointed we didn't get to stay in the Jr. Suite as planned and reserved. At this point I don't know if I'd stay there again, I'm not the first reviewer that had an "over-booking fiasco". They need to parctice what they preach and stick to the reservations each and every person commits to with that "credit card garantee" otherwise why even bother with any "garantee" from either side.
A great hotel and top notch service... – I must say this is a very nice hotel. It has a very historic feel to it without it being creepy, just elegant. I stayed in the Penthouse Terrace Suite with my girlfriend and it was very memorable and romantic. And don't let the word penthouse and suite scare you. It was a very good value, only $280 which is a steal in any big city for this caliber of hotel. It was on the highest floor in a newly renovated west wing. The room was beautiful, the views amazing, and very comfortable. What really surprised me during my stay was that when I was walking through the lobby a day after I checked in the bellman still knew my name. This is a wonderful place to stay as I felt I was very welcome. Plus it's only a few blocks from all the major shopping and sight seeing in Portland. This hotel made me love Portland even more than before.
Long wait to check-in, otherwise nice – We stayed here for 1 night in October 2006. We arrived at 4pm (check-in is at 3pm) and had to wait 45 minutes to get a room. Normally, it wouldn't have been such a pain, however we had to meet some people within the hour. The hotel was nice, room and parking came to $200 for one night (seemed a little high). Overall, I would recommend once they clean up the check-in process.
Great Jacuzzi tubs – Great staff, really nice customer service. I really felt like I was being taken care of. I got a a penthouse suite for a regular room rate one night. Beautiful balcony views, great jacuzzi tub. My fireplace wasnt working so they sent up a bottle of wine! Great bar downstairs-Jake's grill, they have an excellent happy hour.
This grand hotel offers a glamorous big-city feel with a touch of homespun hospitality. – The Scene
The Governor was built in 1909, following the prosperous days of the Lewis and Clark expedition. The initial idea was to bring a "hotel of quiet elegance" to downtown Portland. Back then, guests only paid $1.50 to $2 for a room--and that included breakfast. The prices have changed, but the hotel is still elegant. The interior is filled with warm-hued early 1900s-style furniture, a Lewis and Clark mural, and mahogany-trimmed walls.
The Details
The multi-room suites have terraces, jetted tubs and fireplaces. Guest rooms feature large, comfortable beds, fireplaces and a warm ambience. For business travelers, the Governor provides an executive business center and meeting facilities modeled after rooms in Italian palaces. The hotel also houses Jake's Grill, one of Portland's most popular restaurants.
Great business hotel – I came to Portland for a quick un-planned business trip and was greeted by friendly and helpful valets. Check-in was great, they even offered to have my car waiting for me in the morning, without asking. The room was super, charming but modern. Great reception area in the lobby with free internet, double-sided fireplace and Starbuck's 30 feet away. What's not to like.
Wedding Day – I was the maid of honor in a wedding and I needed to get into the room early, to do all of the usual preparations. Needless to say, I was able to get into the room and get my 4 dozen rose petals on the floor. I even had some left over and the front desk lady, offered to arrange them for me because she was a florist as well.
I was very thankful to the Govenor for helping me make the bride and groom's night more special.
Overbooking fiasco – Having enjoyed the Governor in the past (very nice skylight rooms on the next-to-top floor of the old building), my wife and I booked a special room for our anniversary -- a large view room with a jacuzzi. I can't tell you how the room was, because when we arrived we were informed that they had overbooked it. We ended up in a very ordinary, very small room, which was all that was available. Since we made a reservation for a very specific room, I fail to understand how the hotel couldn't have known that there was more than one reservation for it. They did give us a coupon for a free breakfast (a $25 value -- woohoo!) but the weekend was a big, big disappointment.
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